Rapid Response Info Alert: Right-to-Work Has No Place in the Buckeye State

In 2011, Ohioans rejected an attack on collective bargaining. We knew then that antiworker, anti-union laws had no place in our state. That truth remains today. Now, anti-labor legislators are trying again and we need to be ready. We know this isn’t the path forward that Ohioans want. Here’s why.

Right-to-Work Means:

• Lower Pay & Fewer Benefits – Workers in Right-to-Work states earn 17.3% less
  and have fewer benefits.
• Weaker Unions, Weaker Contracts – Fewer union resources mean weaker
  contracts and less job security.
• More Dangerous Workplaces – Workplace deaths are 56.5% higher in Right-toWork states.
• Bad for Local Economies – No proof these laws create jobs, but they do weaken
  worker protections.
• Union Busting, Not Worker Freedom – Corporations push these laws to boost
  profits at our expense.

Right-to-Work is designed to divide workers and weaken unions. While it claims to promote “freedom of choice,” it’s real impact would be making it harder for workers to stand together and fight for fair treatment. Union power comes from solidarity. Without strong membership, collective bargaining loses its strength. We expect these anti-union legislators to introduce Right-to-Work in the coming weeks, so stay tuned to Rapid Response on how you can join the fight to protect our rights.

For additional information, please contact District 1 Rapid Response Coordinator,
Sue Browne at sbrowne@usw.org or 269 – 838 – 5956.

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